We Refuse – Kellie Carter Jackson

“We Refuse” by Kellie Carter Jackson is a powerful, urgent examination of resistance as a force for liberation. Jackson challenges readers to reconsider what refusal truly means—from saying no to systems of oppression to reclaiming agency in personal and political life. Blending history, culture, and contemporary movements, she argues that sometimes progress requires withdrawing cooperation, rejecting harmful norms, and standing firm in the face of injustice. Bold, insightful, and deeply resonant, “We Refuse” equips readers with the intellectual and emotional tools to push back, set boundaries, and choose themselves—individually and collectively.